Who Will Weep For You Now?

I read this story once, where a travelling preacher stopped by the side of the road to see a Father and his older children, weeping and distraught. They explained that the wife had died leaving the children motherless.  The husband described his wife as a precious saint, who had prayed for them all. . . and loved them all dearly. The husband cried out to the preacher, feeling so alone and abandoned, saying, "Who will pray for us now?"   The preacher led them to the Lord and encouraged them on their way. This greatly comforted them.

Over the years, as I have visited with people on my way to church, I have heard them call out to me, "Please say a prayer for me, while you are there."  This gives them a good, safe feeling, knowing that someone is on their side, before the Lord. . . Knowing that someone is there pleading for their well-being. And this is good.

Mothers are known for weeping in prayer for their children and for their families. Mother's love and concern is so great . . . and so strong. . . that those kinds of tearful, heart-breaking prayers, bring about great things from God.

Grown children know that each day, at the appointed time of family worship, their Mother is back at home, praying for them.  They know Mother is weeping when they do wrong. They know that Mother would be heartbroken if sin got a hold of them, or if danger was in their path. These children feel as if a guardian angel is watching over them, when they have their saintly mother's prayers to hold them up.

But what happens when Mother is gone? What happens when that Mother has passed-on to her eternal rest? Who will pray for them now?

Will you, like the family on the side of the road, be led to the Lord and carry on the beauty of the Mother's prayers?  May it be so.

And you, who are the precious Mothers. . will you keep your eyes on Heaven and your hearts on things not of this world, that your prayers be not hindered?  May God help us all!


Blessings
Mrs. White

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Always True Giveaway and - The Church Stories Link-Up

The greatest place of refuge for me is a spiritual one. The acts of worship - preparing for and going to church; Gathering my Bible and journal and reading them; Spending time in private prayer; fellowship with godly people; and the moment-by-moment sacrifice of a life lived entirely for God. Meditation on these thoughts and actions bring me great peace and comfort.

Today is day 3 of my open house party, here at The Legacy of Home.  I baked cookies on the first day, and offered a Betty Crocker prize pack. On day two, I encouraged us all to clean our homes and offered a wonderful book about real simplicity. Today is more of a somber day. It is a day about Church.

I want to tell you about a great book, Always True,  by James MacDonald, pastor of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. You can hear him at Walk in the Word.  I will also be offering one copy of his book in a giveaway.

At the end of this post, I will ask you to link up your stories and memories about Church. 

The Book - Always True - God's 5 promises when life is hard by James MacDonald.

A loving, supportive foreword by his wife, Kathy.
Paperback, 150 pages.
Published by Moody.





James went through a massive time of trial in his life. He was struck with cancer and overwhelmed. He had been preaching for many years and now the test had come. Did he believe God's promises would work in his own life?  This book came as a result of his leaning on the Lord to help him in the hard times. He tested those truths and found them to be always true! He shares 5 principles to help guide us all through the bad times. You will find strength and comfort in his words.

The book includes 5 Promises:

1. God is Always with Me (I will not Fear).
2. God is Always in Control (I will not Doubt).
3. God is Always Good (I will not Despair).
4. God is Always Watching (I will not Falter).
5. God is Always Victorious (I will not Fail.)

Each chapter reads like an encouraging sermon. We see the reality of life and the reality of struggling with fear and doubt. We see how we can cling to God and be victorious.

You will find highlighted quotes throughout. Here is an example: "The harder the trial, the closer He moves toward you."

This is one of those books that you will want to refer to again and again. You will re-read portions of it in your time of devotions and you will be blessed.

The Giveaway

Would you like a chance to win your very own copy of Always True? I have one available for a giveaway. All you have to do is leave me a comment.

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One random winner we be selected on Thursday, June 23, 2011. (U.S.  Entries only.) If I am unable to reach the winner within 48 hours, an alternate winner will be selected. Your entry is only valid if you include a way for me to contact you. 

*Disclosure - I received this book from the publisher for review purposes.*

This contest is closed. The winner is -
Debbie

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Now for the Link-Up!

Church is a special part of life. I want to hear your church stories!  All you have to do is write a post on your own blog. Some suggestions include: The blessings of a women's Bible Study; how to joyfully prepare for church; precious childhood memories of attending church with your family, or memories of church picnics and potlucks.

 Then link back to this page, so we can visit one another during this open house celebration!





Enjoy the day!

Watch for more link ups and giveaways going on here all week long!

Blessings
Mrs. White

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